Trinidad Nature Resorts

The Island of Trinidad is actually one of a pair. The island Tobago is considered part of the same country as Trinidad. They became independent of British rule in the early 1960's. Trinidad is known for its diverse culture and the beauty of these two Caribbean islands. It is the industrial center for the country and is known for businesses in petroleum and natural gas. These two islands combine their popular tourist draw with their lush foliage to offer visitors a small selection of select nature resorts.

Salybia Nature Resort

This resort contains 21 rooms, each with an ocean view. There is also a penthouse suite and a seven-room villa. There is an 80-foot pool overlooking the ocean for the use of patrons complete with a sunken pool bar and a tumbling waterfall. The nature activities can be done anytime during the stay and include turtle watching, kayaking, nature trails, and water sports. The spa treatments can be done from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and include massages, facials, hydrotherapies, botanical treatments, manicures, pedicures and detox. There is an indoor/outdoor restaurant on site that can be accessed at any time.

Acajou Hotel

The Acajou resort is situated on the northern coast of Trinidad in the midst of lush tropical gardens. It is a non traditional resort in that it is actually a series of small, quaint cottages instead of a grouped together set of rooms. These cottages are nestled in between the beach and crystal clear river and the thriving greenery of the rainforest covered mountains. Each cottage is situated to give its occupants the ultimate in privacy. They all have a king size bed, a sofa bed that converts to a single, and a deck with a view of the Caribbean Sea and the beach. There is an onsite restaurant that serves vegetables and fruits grown from their own garden. They will also cook and serve you your own catch if you have been fishing. There are several activities to enjoy while here. Try hiking, bird watching, surfing or boating. Guides are on hand to assist you.

Asa Wright Nature Lodge

This nature resort accepts day visitors as well as overnight guests. It is situated in the middle of the rainforest and in close proximity to the many and varied species of plants, mammals and birds the area is so populated with. Tours to Oilbird Caves and a tour of the resort are complimentary for all guests staying three or more days. There are also birding tours, botany expeditions and other wildlife watching available. Rooms are comfortably suited with twin beds and a private bath. Meals of local cuisine are served daily, family style in a large dining room. Enjoy the trail, high tea on the veranda and the local cuisine.

Spring Hill Estate Trinidad, WITel: 868 667 4655asawright.org

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